Serving 783 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lutz Preparatory School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lutz Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lutz Preparatory School's student population of 783 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Lutz Preparatory School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lutz Preparatory School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutz Preparatory School's ranking?
Lutz Preparatory School is ranked #72 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lutz Preparatory School?
783 students attend Lutz Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lutz Preparatory School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lutz Preparatory School?
Lutz Preparatory School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lutz Preparatory School offer ?
Lutz Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lutz Preparatory School part of?
Lutz Preparatory School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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